Asian Games: Yashvir wins silver, Rohit bronze as Pathirage takes javelin gold
In a thrilling men's javelin throw at the Asian Games 2026, Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav won silver and bronze medals, respectively. The event saw the absence of defending champion Neeraj Chopra, who was out due to injury. Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage shone brightly, securing gold with a throw of 88.55m. Yashvir's personal best of 85.72m underscored India's remarkable performance, continuing the javelin legacy from 2023.
